Job Title: Disability Support Worker
Aged & Disability Support (Community Services & Development) Casual/Vacation $30 – $45 per hour Hi Five Community Services are seeking Disability Support Workers to join our growing team. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to work and make a difference in the life of people with disability. We are looking for Support Workers in the Western Suburbs. About Company: Hi Five Community Services is a well-established service provider within the disability sector. We continue to expand our services as we grow. We pride ourselves on our reputation for delivering excellent service. Our Vision is to provide innovative and flexible, high-quality support that will genuinely enhance the lives of people with disabilities and their families.
We are currently recruiting multiple Disability Support Workers to provide support to NDIS participants across the Western Suburbs of Melbourne. You will work in the community providing a range of supports to participants to enable them to achieve their personal goals and build their independence.
You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of participants with different support needs including complex needs, in addition to building improved daily living skills, social and community participation, personal care, and domestic support.
Details of the role Type: In-home care support and community access.
Employment: Casual roles available
Salary: $30 to $45 per hour (Based on qualifications and experience)
Location: Western Suburbs Melbourne (Tarneit, Melton, Kurunjang, Werribee, Point Cook)
Mandatory: NDIS Worker Screening Check and/or Working with Children Check. Drivers license and personal vehicle. Supporting participants in achieving their NDIS Goals while maintaining dignity and respect. Maintaining an understanding of participants' needs and overall well-being, with a focus on high-care support requirements. Providing personal support, including medication administration, personal hygiene, and ensuring an acceptable level of appearance for their chosen activities. Communicating and engaging with participants in a meaningful and relevant manner, while also encouraging them to interact with others. Assisting with daily living skills such as cooking, budgeting, and social skills. Facilitating community participation by accompanying participants to activities and outings. Ensuring accurate documentation and accountability of all supports and services provided through our rostering app, case notes, and incident reporting. Performing basic housework tasks such as cleaning and meal preparation. Implementing goals, as required. Essential for the role: Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support, Disability, or a related field. Experience working one-on-one with people with disabilities who may have complex medical needs. Experience working 1:1 with people with disabilities who may present with challenging behaviours. A reliable vehicle with car insurance. Current NDIS Worker Screening, or willingness to obtain one. A valid First-Aid and CPR Certificate, or willingness to obtain one. Current Working with Children Check (WWCC), or willingness to obtain one. Current Police Check, or willingness to obtain one. Values that align with Hi Five Community Services. Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening. Problem-solving abilities and a creative, innovative mindset. Flexible availability to work a range of shifts during the week, overnight, and occasional weekends. If you like the sound of this role, we'd love to hear from you! Please apply now, with a cover letter and CV or you can send us your resume to Please note that if you haven't heard from us, please accept that your application at this time has been unsuccessful.
Your application will include the following questions: Do you have a current Australian driver's licence? Do you own or have regular access to a car? Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a Certificate III in Individual Support? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold? #J-18808-Ljbffr